All articles tagged with #middleweight champion
Originally Published 2 months ago — by 매일경제
Hamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title and expressed confidence in his ability to defeat top fighters like Pereira and Teseira, calling out Pereira for future matches. Despite Pereira's return as a light heavyweight champion, Chimaev remains ambitious about fighting top contenders, showcasing his undefeated record and strong wrestling style.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MMA Fighting
Sean Strickland claims that a gruesome cut over his eye, caused by an accidental head butt, cost him the UFC 297 main event fight against Dricus du Plessis. Despite the severe cut, Strickland insists he should have won and criticizes du Plessis for celebrating as the new middleweight champion. UFC CEO Dana White has dismissed the idea of an immediate rematch, leaving Strickland to potentially earn another shot at du Plessis in the future.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MMA Fighting
Israel Adesanya congratulates Dricus du Plessis on winning the UFC middleweight title but asserts that he still intends to challenge him, expressing happiness for du Plessis while also emphasizing their ongoing rivalry and his determination to "test that ass." The two fighters have a history of heated exchanges, and Adesanya lost the title to Sean Strickland in September.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland was caught on camera confronting a trespasser at his house in a viral video. Strickland, known for his controversial behavior, later revealed that the man was being chased by security after allegedly hitting his sister and fleeing the scene. Strickland clarified that the trespasser was a "really nice guy" and shared the footage on his Instagram account. MMA legend Ken Shamrock believes that controversial behavior can be positive for the sport, comparing Strickland to Conor McGregor.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MMA Mania
UFC Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya reveals that it was his insistence that led to Sean Strickland being booked as the main event for UFC 293, despite Strickland's tendency to be an "idiot" in front of the media. Adesanya pushed for the fight because Strickland was the next logical opponent, and he wanted an Australian card to have a regional headliner. UFC likely delayed the announcement due to concerns about negative narratives about the sport. The event will also feature other local fighters.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MMA Junkie
Jon Anik, the UFC's lead play-by-play commentator, believes that Israel Adesanya is the greatest middleweight champion of all time, surpassing Anderson Silva. Anik argues that Adesanya's strength of schedule and recent win against Alex Pereira cement his legacy. Adesanya reclaimed his belt from Pereira in UFC 287 after losing to him twice in kickboxing. Anik believes that Adesanya's win is one of the biggest in UFC history due to the mental challenge he had to overcome.